Memorable vacations.

[Bugman]

In 2006 I drove from Leavenworth Ks. where I was living then to West Virginia. I'd never been east of the Mississippi, and enjoyed the drive. In Kentucky, I passed through part of The Daniel Boone National Forest. Beautiful, just beautiful.

Arriving at my destination, I saw a pamphlet in the motel lobby touting The Appalachian Heritage Museum and knew I had to see it. Driving out there a few days later it was pouring down rain, and I didn't know if they would be open or not. Pulling into the parking lot and seeing a few cars, I walked into the office and was talking to a lady at the reception desk when Mr. Perry, who with wife Henriella own the museum walked in.

This kind gentleman took me on a personal one on one tour, even letting me into some buildings that are not normally open to the public. I think he sensed from my reactions that I shared his love of history and Americana. It is a day I will never forget, and I thank him here for his hospitality.

 

[Gothika]

My 6 month vacation in texas was the best lol

 

[Bugman]

My 6 month vacation in texas was the best lol

Which was all too short my friend. Remember that day we went to the Renaissance Festival? A good time was had by all, just sorry I could not stay longer.

 

[milagros317]

In 2006 I drove from Leavenworth Ks. where I was living then to West Virginia. I'd never been east of the Mississippi, and enjoyed the drive. In Kentucky, I passed through part of The Daniel Boone National Forest. Beautiful, just beautiful.

Arriving at my destination, I saw a pamphlet in the motel lobby touting The Appalachian Heritage Museum and knew I had to see it. Driving out there a few days later it was pouring down rain, and I didn't know if they would be open or not. Pulling into the parking lot and seeing a few cars, I walked into the office and was talking to a lady at the reception desk when Mr. Perry, who with wife Henriella own the museum walked in.

This kind gentleman took me on a personal one on one tour, even letting me into some buildings that are not normally open to the public. I think he sensed from my reactions that I shared his love of history and Americana. It is a day I will never forget, and I thank him here for his hospitality.

That sounds like a truly wonderful experience. 😀

 

[Gothika]

Which was all too short my friend. Remember that day we went to the Renaissance Festival? A good time was had by all, just sorry I could not stay longer.

yep for sure...Ya that was great ...Someday i will make it back ill make sure to not wear a shirt 😛

 

[Bugman]

That sounds like a truly wonderful experience. 😀

It was Mils. I've never experienced anything like it. This museum is a national treasure, and I hope when the Perry's are gone someone will preserve and cherish it like they do.

I also spent a day in Charleston, visiting the State Capitol Building and grounds and driving around the East End Historic District. This area boasts many magnificent Victorian Era homes, restored to their former glory.

West Virginia was born out of the fires of Civil War, and far as I know the only Southern state (although it was a Union state during the war) to have a statue of Abraham Lincoln on the capitol grounds.

 

[kopfhorer]

In 2006 I drove from Leavenworth Ks. where I was living then to West Virginia. I'd never been east of the Mississippi, and enjoyed the drive. In Kentucky, I passed through part of The Daniel Boone National Forest. Beautiful, just beautiful.

Arriving at my destination, I saw a pamphlet in the motel lobby touting The Appalachian Heritage Museum and knew I had to see it. Driving out there a few days later it was pouring down rain, and I didn't know if they would be open or not. Pulling into the parking lot and seeing a few cars, I walked into the office and was talking to a lady at the reception desk when Mr. Perry, who with wife Henriella own the museum walked in.

This kind gentleman took me on a personal one on one tour, even letting me into some buildings that are not normally open to the public. I think he sensed from my reactions that I shared his love of history and Americana. It is a day I will never forget, and I thank him here for his hospitality.

Sounds super!

 

[desdemona]

When I was in high school, we took a family vacation to Canada. We drove (even I got to do a little driving, heh) to the Canadian Falls, then to Montreal, then to Ottawa. I remember being in awe of the falls - more impressive than the American side in my opinion. I got to use my limited French while in Montreal. We went to an Expos game, which was the first time I saw a game in a "dome" style stadium. And Ottawa was a gem - visiting the parliament building and watching the changing of the guard was truly memorable. It was probably the last time we took a trip together - and it certainly was memorable.

Great topic Buggy! 🙂

 

[Thatsecretchord]

The one I'm on right now is pretty good! A month each in India and Nepal followed by 3 weeks in china, a week in Hong Kong and another 3 months spread over Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos and Thailand before heading to Australia where I've been for the last year and a half 🙂

Next up after my last 5 months in oz is back to Nepal to do the Everest base camp trek for charity then Burma and onto Canada! Life is just one big adventure my friends 🙂

 

[Mitchell]

I never took long family vacations, due to the fact that my father is a self employed CPA, and could never take much time off.

Three memorable vacations that come to mind.

1985: We took a three city family vacation to Dallas, Vegas, and LA. We saw Southfork, and spent a few days each in Vegas and LA.

1988: My first trip out of the country, to Paradise Island. We were there for a week, and I gambled for the first time, and was legally able to drink, because the gambling and drinking age there was 18.

Also, I went on a cross country Teen Tour in 1985. We spent 44 days in a bus, going from city to city, seeing all the sites. Unfortunately, I had to leave the trip after three weeks, in San Fran, because I had a go cart accident in Arizona, severely hurt my knee, and couldn't do the extreme amount of walking that was required. Had I not been forced to leave, I would have gone in the bus, back across country, and seen things like the Gateway Arch, that I missed.

Those are my most memorable trips.

 

[Bugman]

When I was in high school, we took a family vacation to Canada. We drove (even I got to do a little driving, heh) to the Canadian Falls, then to Montreal, then to Ottawa. I remember being in awe of the falls - more impressive than the American side in my opinion. I got to use my limited French while in Montreal. We went to an Expos game, which was the first time I saw a game in a "dome" style stadium. And Ottawa was a gem - visiting the parliament building and watching the changing of the guard was truly memorable. It was probably the last time we took a trip together - and it certainly was memorable.

Great topic Buggy! 🙂

Thanks Desdemona. I've heard that about the falls, and would love to visit Canada.

Sounds super!

It was. My post does not do the experience justice.

The one I'm on right now is pretty good! A month each in India and Nepal followed by 3 weeks in china, a week in Hong Kong and another 3 months spread over Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos and Thailand before heading to Australia where I've been for the last year and a half 🙂

Next up after my last 5 months in oz is back to Nepal to do the Everest base camp trek for charity then Burma and onto Canada! Life is just one big adventure my friends 🙂

An amazing journey you are on. These memories will last a lifetime.

I never took long family vacations, due to the fact that my father is a self employed CPA, and could never take much time off.

Three memorable vacations that come to mind.

1985: We took a three city family vacation to Dallas, Vegas, and LA. We saw Southfork, and spent a few days each in Vegas and LA.

1988: My first trip out of the country, to Paradise Island. We were there for a week, and I gambled for the first time, and was legally able to drink, because the gambling and drinking age there was 18.

Also, I went on a cross country Teen Tour in 1985. We spent 44 days in a bus, going from city to city, seeing all the sites. Unfortunately, I had to leave the trip after three weeks, in San Fran, because I had a go cart accident in Arizona, severely hurt my knee, and couldn't do the extreme amount of walking that was required. Had I not been forced to leave, I would have gone in the bus, back across country, and seen things like the Gateway Arch, that I missed.

Those are my most memorable trips.

Some great trips there. Sorry you had to end the crosscountry tour early. The Gateway Arch is quite a sight in person.

 

[Bugman]

Crossing over the mighty Ohio River into Southeast Ohio, I visited Wayne National Forest.

Aside from the natural beauty (which is spectacular indeed) one thing I found very interesting is the old iron furnaces that have survived. Another thing I discovered during my trip is, reports of Appalachian poverty are not exaggerated in the least. Driving up into the mountains, away from the towns and cities, I saw examples of people living in what most (or at least many) Americans would consider appaling conditions. Now that said, let's not drag politics into this thread. I am well aware that many people around the world live in great poverty.

 

[Mitchell]

Thanks, bug. I'm sorry I had to miss the Gateway Arch.

Two others come to mind.

1978. I may have mentioned on here before how my father was movie director Mike Cimino's CPA and friend for 20 years. We were in Colorado, as my father had to go out there on business for Mr Cimino. We're at Thanksgiving dinner in Vail, and my dad was like "Let's go to Vegas", so, we did, lol. It was my first time there. I was,.,. 8. I still remember the lights.

1980. My very first trip to Los Angeles, when I was 10. We went to Mike Cimino's house, and he showed me his Best Director Oscar for The Deer Hunter. That was quite an experience.

 

[tklbd]

Summer 1976 for me...not just one trip, but several......

Early June...Hiked the Mt. Whitney Trail (highest point in the continental U.S. ...Sierra Nevada Range) with my brother. What A view!!! Was nearly 100 degrees down in Lone Pine...but perfect 70's up the trail. Only problem was, it was during full moon!! Tough to sleep!! Talk about BRIGHT!!!

Late June-Early July...Played in an American Legion baseball tournament, in Las Vegas. First day it was 117!!! 6PM game time it was 108!!! But had a blast!! We finished 2nd, unfortunately, but that allowed us to be there for the whole week!!! Even played against some future Major Leaguers...Marty Barrett...Bruce Hurst...Mike Morgan. (some older baseball fans, here, may remember them)

Mid Aug...Traveled (driving) with my folks to see relatives in Minn. Wouldn't have gone...But baseball fell one game short, again!! We finished second (again) in our regional tourney. Winner went on to the National tourney in Mich. But had a great time seeing Aunts, Uncles and Cousins I hadn't seen in about 6 years!!!

 

[wolfman40]

I'm a homebird at heart and vacations are so damn expensive!

Last time I left blighty was 2004, I went to Prague which is nice, beautiful architecture, a real sense of history (and cheap beers)

 

[Bugman]

Summer 1976 for me...not just one trip, but several......

Early June...Hiked the Mt. Whitney Trail (highest point in the continental U.S. ...Sierra Nevada Range) with my brother. What A view!!! Was nearly 100 degrees down in Lone Pine...but perfect 70's up the trail. Only problem was, it was during full moon!! Tough to sleep!! Talk about BRIGHT!!!

Late June-Early July...Played in an American Legion baseball tournament, in Las Vegas. First day it was 117!!! 6PM game time it was 108!!! But had a blast!! We finished 2nd, unfortunately, but that allowed us to be there for the whole week!!! Even played against some future Major Leaguers...Marty Barrett...Bruce Hurst...Mike Morgan. (some older baseball fans, here, may remember them)

Mid Aug...Traveled (driving) with my folks to see relatives in Minn. Wouldn't have gone...But baseball fell one game short, again!! We finished second (again) in our regional tourney. Winner went on to the National tourney in Mich. But had a great time seeing Aunts, Uncles and Cousins I hadn't seen in about 6 years!!!

Some great memories there.

I'm a homebird at heart and vacations are so damn expensive!

Last time I left blighty was 2004, I went to Prague which is nice, beautiful architecture, a real sense of history (and cheap beers)

I've only seen pictures of Prague, but it looks like a great city to visit. And as you note so rich in history and architecture.

 

[kopfhorer]

I've only seen pictures of Prague, but it looks like a great city to visit. And as you note so rich in history and architecture.

I was there about 12 years ago. The sheer number of ornate, classic buildings is simply jaw-dropping! I visited Hradcany, the castle on the hill. Spectacular place (and knowing that Hitler walked here during the second world war was kind of chilling...).

The Vlatava (Moldau) river was beautiful, as were the white swans who swam upon it.

Seems the Czechs are really into traditional and contemporary country music. I saw two high-caliber local bands plying that particular craft!

 

[Bugman]

I was there about 12 years ago. The sheer number of ornate, classic buildings is simply jaw-dropping! I visited Hradcany, the castle on the hill. Spectacular place (and knowing that Hitler walked here during the second world war was kind of chilling...).

The Vlatava (Moldau) river was beautiful, as were the white swans who swam upon it.

Seems the Czechs are really into traditional and contemporary country music. I saw two high-caliber local bands plying that particular craft!

Sounds like a great trip. Intresting, that there are country music fans there.